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The Top 19 Castles in La Spezia

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 19

beautiful castles to choose from in La Spezia. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: December 11, 2025

Sarzanello Fortress

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The Sarzanello fortress is a military fortification that stands in via alla Fortezza on the Sarzanello hill, near Sarzana, in the province of La Spezia, and dominates the Val di …

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View of Porto Venere and the island of Palmaria from Forte del Muzzerone

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The view from up here of Porto Venere with the citadel and the island of Palmaria behind it is stunning.

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San Giorgio Castle

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If you don't feel like climbing the mountain, you can also take a free elevator from the old town.

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Ameglia Historic Centre

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Ameglia is a charming town located in the province of La Spezia in the Liguria region of Italy. It is located near the Tuscan border and is known for its …

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Vezzano Ligure Old Town

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Vezzano Ligure is a small village, high on a hill between La Spezia and the Magra Valley.
It has a nice little castle at the top, a few bars and …

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Portovenere Waterfront and Castle

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Portovenere, a famous locality in the province of La Spezia, is known as the smallest village in the same province, but nevertheless offers spectacular views.

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Doria Castle

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The Castello is the fortress of the Genoese Doria family, buried above the village of Porto Venere.

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Castelnuovo Magra Historic Center

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Castelnuovo Magra is a municipality in the Italian province of La Spezia (region Liguria) and has 7948 inhabitants (12/31/2004). The area is 14.9 km², the population density is 568 inhabitants …

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Castello Doria

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Cinque Terre is the name given to five neighboring communities on the Italian Riviera. These coastal villages are known for their colorful houses, cliffs, vineyards, and charming restaurants and cafés! The towns are easily accessible by train or boat.

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Pentagonal Tower of Arcola

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Medieval village on the heights overlooking the mouth of the Magra river and Sarzana. The pentagonal tower stands out among the houses, the only evidence of the ancient tenth century castle

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Pignone Riomaggiore Portovenere Luni Calice Al Cornoviglio Arcola Ameglia Vezzano Ligure Lerici Riccò Del Golfo Di Spezia Bolano Castelnuovo Magra Borghetto Di Vara Beverino Sarzana Santo Stefano Di Magra Follo Carrodano Rocchetta Di Vara

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The Top 19 Castles in La Spezia

Sarzanello Fortress

View of Porto Venere and the island of Palmaria from Forte del Muzzerone

San Giorgio Castle

Ameglia Historic Centre

Vezzano Ligure Old Town

Portovenere Waterfront and Castle

Doria Castle

Castelnuovo Magra Historic Center

Castello Doria

Pentagonal Tower of Arcola

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